Good Work with Barrett Brooks
Good Work is a show about what it really takes to make impact at scale. These are long-form interviews with founders, scientists, authors, adventurers, and other talented people using their careers to build a more beautiful future.
Recent Episodes
Dec. 17, 2024
What I’ve Learned About Excellence, Purpose, and Showing Up: AMA with Barrett Brooks
Since the very first episode, Good Work has been about exploring why our work matters and how it helps us become the people and leaders we’re meant to be. Normally, I interview world-class guests, diving deep into their uniq…
Dec. 10, 2024
The Power of Owning Your Story with Ruthie Ackerman
This week, I talk with Ruthie Ackerman—a talented author, journalist, and writing teacher who has turned her own journey into a blueprint for helping others find their voice. Ruthie’s work has appeared in The New York Times,…
Nov. 19, 2024
Andy Crissinger: The Art of Asking Better Questions
This week, I talk with Andy Crissinger, a world-class coach and master facilitator who has guided leaders at some of the world’s most renowned startups and companies. Andy’s journey to coaching is remarkable, weaving through…
Nov. 12, 2024
How 3.7 Million Words Built a Career: Lessons from Patrick McKenzie
This week, I talk with Patrick McKenzie, better known online as “patio11.” Patrick has built an impressive career by sharing his insights publicly, with more than three million words published to date. From his years at Stri…
Nov. 5, 2024
Why Tim Grahl Had To Kill His Old Business to Find Real Success
This week, I talk with Tim Grahl, CEO of Story Grid and author of The Shithead, a novel that’s both thrilling and deeply personal. Tim made a name for himself as a book marketer who landed multiple titles on the New York Tim…
Oct. 29, 2024
Why Real Relationships Are the Secret to Growing Your Business with Mo Bunnell
This week, I talk with my friend Mo Bunnell, founder of GrowBIG and the Bunnell Idea Group, which offers one of the most in-depth, relationship-driven trainings on sales and business development. Mo is the author of Give to …
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